Watermelon and cucumber salad

This watermelon and cucumber recipe will appeal to many on hot summery. A great way to up your vegetable intake…

Watermelon facts

According to Wikipedia, a watermelon contains about 6% sugar and 91% water by weight. As with many other fruits, it is a source of vitamin C.

Also, like many people I throw away the rind but according to an extract from Wikipedia, Watermelon rinds, usually a light green or white color, are also edible and contain many hidden nutrients, They are sometimes used as a vegetable. In China, they are stir-fried, stewed or more often pickled. When stir-fried, the skin and fruit is removed, and the rind is cooked with olive oil, garlic, chili peppers, scallions, sugar and rum. Pickled watermelon rind is also commonly consumed in the Southern US. Watermelon juice can be made into wine